Branches of Government
These are the three branches of the government.
Legislative, Executive, and Judicial
Who leads the Executive branch at the Federal Level?
The President
Which amendment protects us from having to quarter (house) soldiers?
The 3rd amendment
This founding father is known for being an inventor and scientist.
Benjamin Franklin
Which branch of government makes the laws?
The Legislative Branch
9 Justices make up this group that leads the Federal Judicial Branch.
Supreme Court
How does the government "provide for the common defense"?
By providing the military to protect us from threats.
What is a freedom guaranteed by the first amendmen?
Freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly.
This person was commander of the Continental Army before becoming the first President of the U.S.
George Washington
Which branch of government interprets the laws?
The Judicial Branch
This is a group of people chosen by the president that oversee different government programs.
the Cabinet
Which goal stated in the preamble means to make sure that things are fair for everyone.
"Establish justice"
This person is called "The Father of the Constitution"
James Madison
This group is responsible for declaring war.
Congress (legislative branch)
Which phrase in the preamble means to make sure that everyone can have a good life (enough food, clothing, shelter, etc. )?
"Promote the general welfare"
You are not going to get your hand cut off if you steal a pack of gum. Which amendment protects you from something like this?
The 8th amendment (No cruel or unusual punishment)
This man was the main author of the Declaration of Independence, but was not present at the Constitutional Convention
Thomas Jefferson
Congress is made up of two groups. Name both.
The Senate and House of Representatives
Recite at least 5 lines of the Preamble to the Constitution.
"We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defense, promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America."
What does amendment 2 guarantee?
The right to bear arms
This lawyer established the Bank and is featured on the $10 bill.
Alexander Hamilton